CAN Calls For State Of Emergency On Insecurity Nationwide

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), South-West zone, has called on the federal government to declare a state of emergency on insecurity, citing the worsening wave of kidnappings, banditry, and other violent crimes across the country.

In a statement issued on Sunday, the chairman of the South-West CAN, Barnabas Akin-Akinsanya, said recent security incidents across Oyo, Ekiti, Ondo, Lagos and other states have deepened fear and uncertainty among Nigerians.

He said insecurity has moved beyond isolated incidents to become a persistent national crisis threatening peace, stability and national cohesion.

“Recent incidents of abductions and attacks on innocent citizens, young and old, have further heightened fear, anxiety, and uncertainty among Nigerians,” the statement reads.

“What was once considered an occasional security breach has now become a recurring national tragedy that threatens the peace, economic stability, and social cohesion of our nation.”

The association strongly condemned the attacks and expressed solidarity with victims and their families.

“CAN South-West strongly condemns these criminal acts and sympathises with the victims, their families, and communities affected by this growing insecurity,” it said.

“We pray for the safe release of those currently in captivity and for divine comfort for families who have suffered losses.”

CAN urged the federal government to urgently strengthen the nation’s security architecture and equip security agencies with modern tools and technology to respond more effectively to emerging threats.